Features Accurate, well researched and examination oriented, this best seller helps to master the subject of "general knowledge" for various competitive examinations. Based on current trends in general knowledge questions featured in various competitive examinations as well as in examinations conducted by UPSC, SSC, Banking Services, Railway Recruitment Boards, and central and staterecruitment bodies. Includes sample practice exercises for each subject area and a comprehensive question bank for practice, in all three media paper-pencil, online and on-mobile (GPRS only) platforms Up-to-date national and international "Current Affairs" section. Latest updates and downloadable test papers available as FREE on the webcompanion site ( www.thorpeseducation.com) New look, elegant design and printed on quality paper FREE Access code INSIDE the cover for Online and Mobile based practice tests for live URL at ( http://wps.pearsoned.com/thorpe_concisegk_m ); Table of ContentsPreface 1. Geography of India 2. History of India and Freedom Struggle 3. Constitution of India 4. Indian Economy 5. National Insignia and Other Indian Miscellania 6. Physical and World Geography 7. Glimpses of World History 8. International Organizations 9. Everyday Science 10. Computers 11. Basic General Knowledge 12. 1000 Multiple Choice Questions 13. Current Affairs 13.1